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Morocco World Cup 2026 matches to be broadcast free-to-air by SNRT

Moroccan football fans will be able to watch the national team’s matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026 free of charge, after the National Broadcasting and Television Company (SNRT) secured broadcasting rights through an agreement with beIN Sports. The announcement means supporters of the Atlas Lions......

FIFA allows Iran to establish World Cup base camp in Mexico

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has approved Iran’s request to relocate its official base camp for the upcoming 2026 World Cup to Mexico, amid changing geopolitical and logistical circumstances. Iran had initially planned to base its team in Tucson, in the United States,......

FIFA and Iranian Football officials to hold talks over 2026 World Cup participation

As preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, senior officials from FIFA are expected to meet representatives of the Iranian Football Federation in Istanbul on Saturday to discuss Iran’s participation in the tournament. According to international media reports, FIFA Secretary-General Mattias......

FIFA reopens ticket sales for 2026 World Cup matches

The FIFA will release a new batch of tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday, less than 50 days before the tournament begins. The additional tickets cover all 104 matches scheduled between June 11 and July 19, reflecting continued high demand for the expanded competition. Sales are set to open......

Mexico open to hosting Iran’s World Cup matches amid safety concerns

Claudia Sheinbaum, President of Mexico, announced that Mexico is willing to host Iran’s matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup if the governing body agrees. The request comes after the Iranian Football Federation asked FIFA to relocate their games from the United States due to concerns about player......

World Cup 2026: Iraq to play intercontinental playoff match in Mexico

The Iraqi national football team will travel to Mexico to play its crucial intercontinental playoff match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite logistical challenges caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The decisive game is scheduled to take place in Monterrey on March 31 and will determine......

FIFA reviews World Cup security with Mexico after cartel violence

FIFA representatives met Mexican government officials in Mexico City on Wednesday to assess security arrangements for the 13 World Cup matches scheduled in Mexico this summer, following weeks of concern over cartel violence triggered by the killing of drug cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known......

Robot dogs to assist Mexican police during 2026 World Cup

Mexican authorities announced Monday that a group of robot dogs will assist police forces in maintaining security during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which Mexico will co-host with the United States and Canada. The four-legged robots are equipped to enter potentially dangerous areas and transmit live video......

Iran protests Seattle Pride Match ahead of 2026 World Cup

Iran’s preparation for the 2026 World Cup has been disrupted by a dispute over Seattle’s decision to designate its group-stage match against Egypt as a “Pride Match,” coinciding with the city’s annual Pride weekend. The announcement has provoked strong diplomatic protests......

Santos: Neymar successfully undergoes knee surgery

Santos FC announced on Tuesday that Neymar has successfully undergone knee surgery, marking an important step in his recovery process. The Brazilian forward was treated through an arthroscopic procedure to repair a lesion of the internal meniscus, with no complications reported. At 33 years old, Neymar......

Iran boycotts 2026 World Cup draw over U.S. visa restrictions

Iran has announced that it will boycott the draw ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to take place on December 5 in Washington, after several members of its delegation were denied U.S. visas. The decision was confirmed on Friday by the Iranian Football Federation, which denounced what it......

Trump leads White House task force preparing for historic 2026 FIFA World Cup

President Trump convened the White House FIFA World Cup 2026 Task Force to oversee final preparations for what will be the largest World Cup ever held. The task force, established by executive order earlier this year, is coordinating security,......

Norway secures first World Cup spot in 27 years with a flawless qualifying campaign

Norway has ended its 27-year absence from the FIFA World Cup with a resounding 4-1 victory over Italy, securing a spot in the 2026 tournament. The triumph completed a perfect qualifying campaign, with Norway winning all eight of their matches and finishing atop their group ahead of formidable opponents. Erling......

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